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Hanoi, December 18th, 2025 Let’s welcome Rachel’s family of 4 from the UK and Eljo from the Netherlands, joining our Taste of Hanoi tour. After a long flight, our friends were so excited and ready to dive into the special flavors of Hanoi with Casey's companion. From the very first stop, “nộm” – Vietnamese green papaya salad completely won everyone over. “So fresh” - They were surprised that Vietnamese “nộm” was different and even tastier than the one they’d tried in Thail

A touching story from a winter morning food tour in Hanoi, discovering local places, Hanoi food, hidden alleys, and unforgettable human connections with Alan & Greg from the US

Hanoi, September, 13th, 2025 Say hello to Rachael and Magnus - our lovely couple from the United Kingdom, spending a whole 3-week getaway to discover Vietnam. And today, we are ready to dive into the Hanoi food tour! Our duo enjoyed every stop, from refreshing, tangy “nộm” – Vietnamese green papaya salad to the comforting warmth of“bún riêu” - river crab noodle soup. But the star of the show? It had to be “bánh cuốn” – steamed rolled rice pancakes. One bite and Rachael immedi

Hanoi, November 14th, 2025 Welcome Jayne and Stephen, a lovely couple from the UK, visiting Hanoi for the very first time on their honeymoon. After spotting our food tours filled with local favorites, hidden gems and fun photos, they knew this was an experience they couldn’t miss. From the very first stop, every dish was a hit. “Bánh rán” – Vietnamese donuts quickly became their favorite. After just one bite, Stephen immediately snapped photos so he could come back again. Our

Join four friends on their first trip to Hanoi as they discover hidden dishes, meet local vendors and even try making bánh cuốn during our Taste of Hanoi food tour. From bún riêu crab noodle soup to cozy Old Quarter cafés, this experience captures the true flavors and warmth of the city.

Amber, a poet, and Peter, a musician, explored Hanoi’s soulful side through our Taste of Hanoi food tour - where every dish, from green papaya salad to steamed rice rolls, carried stories of people, rhythm, and love for this city. By the end, Hanoi wasn’t just a place they visited - it became a melody they’ll always remember. 💛

Join Sébastien and his lovely French family on a joyful Hanoi food adventure. From bánh rán and bánh gối to making bánh cuốn and playing Ô ăn quan, this heartwarming journey shows how families truly experience local culture in Vietnam. Perfect for travelers seeking authentic Hanoi moments.

From crunchy bánh mì to bamboo dragonfly painting, Bridget’s family explored Hanoi’s Old Quarter, learned local crafts, and made memories they’ll never forget.

A heartwarming Hanoi food tour with Emily and Reece — filled with laughter, local bites, and little surprises that made every stop unforgettable.

Four best friends joined our Hanoi Coffee Workshop and learned to make egg coffee, salted coffee and coconut coffee. A morning filled with laughter, fun, and 20 years of friendship. Discover why coffee lovers always choose Beyond Vietnam for an authentic and joyful experience.

Rain couldn’t stop Brendan’s family from enjoying our Hanoi food tour — laughter, puddles, and delicious local eats made it a day to remember!

Join Kimberley’s Australian family on a heartwarming Hanoi family tour filled with street food, crafts, local artisans and a surprise birthday celebration.

Experience a fun and meaningful Vietnam coffee workshop with Maxine, Nicole, Jill and Cathy, from learning coffee origins to brewing their own salted coffee.

Hanoi, July 5th, 2025 Let’s welcome Pania, Kevin, Kristy and Ian - two couples, two countries, one big family reunion in Vietnam - and the energy? Immaculate from the very first joke! Laughter immediately, we knew this session was going to be unforgettable. Guess what we call the “love coffee”? Yes, nothing except the iconic salted coffee! A little sweet, a little bitter, a little salty – just like love. Beyond the laughs and shaker dance moves, what touched us most was the

Join our Hanoi Coffee Workshop to explore egg, coconut & salted coffee while connecting with locals and friends. Every cup tells a story.

From crunchy bánh mì to bamboo dragonfly painting, Bridget’s family explored Hanoi’s Old Quarter, learned local crafts, and made memories they’ll never forget.

Hanoi, August 23rd, 2025 We met Tineke’s lovely family of four again at our cozy Coffee workshop to wrap up their Hanoi Family Quest – and oh, what a heartwarming finale it was! ✨ ☕ Our family were so excited to try making and tasting Vietnamese iconic coffees. For Mom, it was salted coffee that won her heart. She admitted with a smile that at first, the bitterness of black coffee felt intimidating, but salted coffee turned out to be something entirely different: smooth,

Hanoi, August 11th, 2025 Say hello to our beautiful ladies from Australia, Haley and Heather, ready to dive into the diverse and flavorful taste of Hanoi! From fun poses to bursts of laughter, the energy was infectious and set the tone for a day full of good food and good vibes. We wandered from steaming bowls of river crab noodle soup - “bún riêu” (where even the shop owner couldn’t resist complimenting their beauty – cue more giggles and thank-yous!) to warm bites of bánh g

Hanoi, July 28th, 2025 What’s better than exploring Vietnam? Doing it as one big family reunion! We were delighted to welcome Tracey’s...

Hanoi, July 17th, 2025 From the moment we met Loren and her lovely family of three from New Zealand, we knew this would be a special day - their first time in Vietnam, and hearts wide open to explore. 🚲 But it was the cyclo ride that stole our family’s hearts, especially little Ruby. As the cyclos gently rolled up to the curb, their faces lit up with excitement. Gliding through the Old Quarter’s narrow alleys, wind in their hair, soaking in local street life at a peaceful pa